Intel WalkAbout Computer manual How do I activate the Screen Keyboard?

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Following is a list of common questions and answers that are presented to WalkAbout’s telephone support technicians. If you don’t see an answer to your question here, please contact Technical Support at 888- 872-1100 and one of our Representatives will be able to help you.

What options are available for loading software into the Hammerhead RT?

•USB Floppy Drive

•USB CD-ROM

•Local Area Network

•Direct Cable Connection

How do I install drivers for peripheral devices sold by WalkAbout?

•Device drivers for peripherals that WalkAbout distributes reside on the Hammerhead where they can be installed as needed.

•Contact Technical Support for assistance on any of these installations at 888-872-1100.

How do I install drivers for peripheral devices not sold by WalkAbout?

•Device drivers for peripherals not distributed by WalkAbout will require loading via one of the options listed above.

•Contact WalkAbout Technical Support at 888-872-1100 for loading device drivers for any variety of peripheral that may need to be installed.

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How do I activate the “Screen Keyboard”?

•If you are using Windows XP Tablet PC, click the Input Panel button on the task bar. The Tablet PC Input Panel opens.

•If you are using MS Pen services: From the Windows desktop, navigate through the Start Menu to the Program group named “Pen Services”. Click on the icon for the screen keyboard in this group.

•If you are using My-T-Pen: From the Windows desktop, navigate through the Start Menu to the Program group named “My-T-Pen”. Click on the icon for “My-T-Pen” in this group.

How can Hand Writer Recognition be disabled?

•For XP Tablet PC Edition, the handwriting recognition cannot be disabled.

•For MS Pen services, open the control panel applet for Hand Writer Settings. There is an option located under the Personal tab that will allow the user to set the time delay for “Switch from Ink to Text Selection”. Set this adjustment to the extreme left (0.0 seconds) to disable Hand Writer Recognition.

•For Calligrapher, the handwriting recognition is only active when the calligrapher program is running.

How can I perform CTRL ALT DEL without a keyboard?

•To get to the Windows Login Screen, you can depress the on/off switch twice (with a ½ second delay between pressings) for a CTRL ALT DEL function.

What do I do if the unit locks up or freezes while under Windows?

•In the event that Windows locks up and you lose control of screen activity, you can depress the on/off switch twice for a CTRL ALT DEL function or hold the side power button for a period of 4-5 seconds to force a “hardware shutdown”.

How do I clean the champ connector on the back of the Hammerhead?

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Contents Hammerhead RT User’s Guide Table of Contents Before you begin Standard featuresFront view of the Hammerhead RT Accessories and options available for the Hammerhead RTExterior features On/Off switchRight side view Left side viewBottom view Tips for proper use and care of your computerBack view Pen operations Turning on the unitCaring for the Touch Screen Touch OperationsTouch Screen Operation When to replace your battery How to recharge your batteriesHow to tell when batteries have finished charging How to increase battery run timeBattery tips for the best performance Where to purchase replacement batteriesHow to store batteries when they’re not in use Safety and handling considerations for your batteriesConnectivity When should I calibrate my batteries?Male docking connector External power Removable hard driveThumb KeyboardLPT COMInternal Flex Space for OEM modules Heater optionCardBus/PCMCIA cards Battery Performance and maintenance Adjusting Screen Brightness and Backlight Settings Advanced backlight Auto backlight settingsPower button function Backlight adjustmentScreen rotation Windows XP Tablet PC Edition FeaturesTablet and pen settings Auto dimHow do I rotate the screen on my Hammerhead RT? Handwriting using the Input PanelHow to open the Input Panel Customization Writing PadCharacter Pad On-screen KeyboardHow to restore default settings in Windows Journal Handwriting using Microsoft Windows JournalHow to access Windows Journal How to convert handwriting to text in Windows JournalHow to reinstall the Journal Note Writer Printer How to improve handwriting recognitionHow to set the pen and screen for left-handed users How to create sticky notesInkBall How to write in Microsoft Excel or Word filesTo create a sticky note How can I perform Ctrl ALT DEL without a keyboard? How can Hand Writer Recognition be disabled?How do I activate the Screen Keyboard? What if the pen still will not align? How do I clean the glass on the face of the unit?What do I do when the pen gets out of alignment? What can I do when the Start button disappears?What are WalkAbout’s Technical Support hours of operation? What external peripherals does the Hammerhead RT support?How can USB networking be utilized in the Hammerhead? How can USB be utilized in the Hammerhead?5Warranty Information What is not COVERED? All rights reserved Customer ServiceFederal Communications Commission FCC Statement Trademark AcknowledgmentsFCC rules compliance with RF hazard and broadband PCS How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference ProblemsCanadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement
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